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Dr. Brent Culver, MD

Dr. Brent Culver, MD

Santa Cruz, CA

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Culver, Rheumatologist in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Dr. Brent Culver, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Santa Cruz, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Culver graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Scripps Mercy Hospital. Dr. Culver is fluent in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Culver’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Culver’s office at (831) 423-4111.

    Where did Dr. Culver go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Scripps Clinic

    • Residency: Scripps Mercy Hospital

    • Medical School: University of California | Albany Medical College of Union University

    Is Dr. Culver board certified in Rheumatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Brent Culver, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Culver speak?

    Dr. Culver and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does Dr. Culver treat?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Culver diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Culver. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Rheumatoid Arthritis
    • RA
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis
    • Autoimmune arthritis
    • Inflammatory joint disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
    • M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
    • M0600: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, unspecified site
    • M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites

    Also known as:

    • Lupus
    • Lupus kidney disease
    • Lupus with Organ Involvement
    • Kidney Disease
    • Systemic lupus erythematosus
    • SLE
    • Disseminated lupus erythematosus
    • Lupus nephritis
    • Kidney inflammation from lupus
    • Glomerulonephritis in SLE
    • Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
    • SLE Affecting Organs
    • Lupus Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
    • M3214: Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosus
    • M3219: Other organ or system involvement in systemic lupus erythematosus

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Giant cell arteritis
    • Vasculitis
    • Giant Cell Arteritis
    • Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
    • Temporal arteritis', 'Horton's disease
    • Cranial arteritis
    • Blood Vessel Inflammation
    • ANCA Vasculitis
    • Angiitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M316: Other giant cell arteritis
    • I7782: Antineutrophilic cytoplasmic antibody [ANCA] vasculitis

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Gout
    • Gouty Arthritis
    • Uric Acid Arthritis
    • Hyperuricemia
    • Gouty arthritis
    • Uric acid arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M109: Gout, unspecified
    • M1000: Idiopathic gout, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
    • Primary Arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1991: Primary osteoarthritis, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Sjogren's Syndrome
    • Sjögren syndrome
    • Sjogren Syndrome
    • Sjögren's Disease
    • Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
    • Dry Mouth Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Psoriatic Arthritis
    • Psoriasis
    • Psoriatic joint inflammation
    • Arthritis with psoriasis
    • Psoriasis-related joint pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Joint Pain
    • Joint Disorder
    • Pain
    • Arthralgia
    • Aching joints
    • Sore joints

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2550: Pain in unspecified joint

    Also known as:

    • Scleroderma
    • Systemic scleroderma
    • Systemic Sclerosis
    • Hardening of the Skin
    • Connective Tissue Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M349: Systemic sclerosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
    • Unusual immune findings
    • Abnormal immunology results
    • Abnormal serum immunology

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum

    Which procedures does Dr. Culver perform as a Rheumatologist?

    As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Brent Culver may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Culver's office.

    Does Dr. Culver accept my insurance?

    Dr. Culver accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 423-4111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Culver accept in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Dr. Culver in Santa Cruz, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Culver's office located?

    Dr. Brent Culver's Primary Practice

    2025 Soquel Ave

    Santa Cruz, CA 95062

    (831) 423-4111

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    Dr. Brent Culver's Practice 2

    370 Distel Cir

    Los Altos, CA 94022

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    What is Dr. Culver's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Culver's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023086410.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Culver?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Culver

    What is Dr. Brent Culver's specialty?

    Dr. Culver is a Rheumatologist near Santa Cruz, CA. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Culver to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Brent Culver affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Culver is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Dominican Hospital - Santa Cruz. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Rheumatologist?

    Explore Rheumatologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Brent Culver accepting new patients in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Brent Culver is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brent Culver offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Culver's office at (831) 423-4111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brent Culver?

    Please contact Dr. Culver's office at (831) 423-4111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brent Culver have?

    Dr. Brent Culver is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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